Cranberry-Brie Arepa Recipe

Name: Cranberry-Brie Arepa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups masarepa blanca; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 2 to 2 1/2 cups warm water; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 8- to 12-ounce wedge of good Brie cheese, rind removed and sliced thin; Leftover cranberry sauce, the less gelatinous the better; 1 green apple, peeled and sliced into half moons; Arugula; Dijon mustard

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees, with a rack set in the middle position.
2
Whisk masarepa, salt and baking powder until combined.
3
Slowly add warm water and stir until a dough forms.
4
Form 6 3-inch rounds, about 1/2-inch thick.
5
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
6
Add half the cakes, and cook 4 minutes on each side, until golden.
7
Transfer to parchment-lined sheet pan and repeat with remaining cakes.
8
Finish in oven for 10 minutes, or until the cakes sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
9
Immediately split cakes horizontally with fork, and stuff with a couple slices of Brie.
10
Close and let the residual heat melt the Brie.
11
Reopen and schmear some of the cranberry on the bottom slice, along with a couple slices of apple and a bit of arugula.
12
Serve with a small side of Dijon to dip the sandwich in.

247

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups masarepa blanca, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 to 2 1/2 cups warm water, and more.

Yes, Cranberry-Brie Arepa falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cranberry-Brie Arepa

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Variations & substitutions

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